Work-Integrated Learning: Turning Student Jobs into Career Launchpads

Work That Counts

Arizona State University is redefining what it means to be a student employee. In a new initiative focused on work-integrated learning, ASU is ensuring that student jobs contribute directly to career development. The effort centers on turning work experience into verified, skills-based credentials.

Built on Real Evidence

The program doesn’t rely on self-reported skills or vague participation. Student employees complete assessments, submit evidence, and receive credentials tied to clearly defined competencies. This structure gives their work meaning beyond the job description.

Powered by Territorium

ASU uses Territorium’s LifeJourney credential ecosystem to issue these credentials and manage the learner experience. The system captures learning moments, connects them to skill frameworks, and ensures each badge is earned—not given. The platform is designed for transparency, rigor, and value.

Skills That Travel

Once issued, ASU’s credentials live in each learner’s digital wallet. These credentials are portable, shareable, and built for long-term relevance. They help students build a story about what they’ve done—and what they’re ready to do next.

The Value of Student Work

Too often, campus jobs are viewed as merely a means to earn income or fill time. ASU is changing that narrative by embedding reflection, learning outcomes, and credentialing into the student work experience. It’s a shift that elevates both the job and the student.

Frameworks That Matter

The pilot is aligned to recognized skill sets and frameworks. This allows the credentials to be meaningful to employers while staying grounded in the university’s learning goals. Students can articulate their experience with greater clarity.

A Scalable Model

ASU’s approach shows how institutions can turn existing programs into credentialing engines. With Territorium, the university has laid the groundwork for a model that can scale across departments, roles, and campuses.